Despite what you might have heard, the dissolution of Florida Georgia Line was never about differing politics. The popular country duo made up of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley announced their split in 2020, sparking rumors that their decision was fueled by conflicting political views. What do we know about Tyler Hubbard's political views? Unpacking the former Florida-Georgia Line member's beliefs reveals a complex relationship with politics and music.
Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard addressed breakup rumors due to different political beliefs, saying 'they're on great terms.' However, rumors continued to swirl as fans speculated about the real reason behind the split. It was confirmed Tuesday that Brian Kelley's political messages on social media — which he disagrees with — is what prompted him and his wife, Hayley, to part ways with the band.
Tim McGraw has some harsh words for divisive political rhetoric, and he looks forward to U.S. citizens finding civility once again. The political landscape in the country music industry has been fraught with tension in recent years, with artists facing backlash for expressing their political beliefs. Tyler Hubbard of the country duo Florida Georgia Line admitted that he temporarily unfollowed his bandmate Brian Kelley over his apparent political views, adding fuel to the breakup rumors.